1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | GTI |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
