1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 929 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
