1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 882 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
