1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Malibu |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |