1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 7 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Eldorado 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Cadillac Vauxhall
Model Eldorado Frontera
Year Released 1992 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2470 mm


 

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