1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado 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 167 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX 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.
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1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | S-MX |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4571 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |