1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Envoy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |