1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
