1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
