1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona 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 134 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 958 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
