1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1993 Cadillac Eldorado and 1993 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 200 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 595 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Tempo 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 | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Tempo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4571 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |