1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 506 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda 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.
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1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |