1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 378 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | S-MX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |