1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 8 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Eldorado | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
