1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
