1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Escort 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
