1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Eldorado | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
