2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 726 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | Tempra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |