1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 19 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, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 Lexus IS 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 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
