1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 1995 Dodge Viper 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 1995 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
