1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1092 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |