1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |
