1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Taunus 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 54 L |
