1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | SLK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |