1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac Eldorado and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 313 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Eldorado | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |