2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 92 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Caprice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |