1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 19 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Eldorado | ZDX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |