1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado 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 138 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Eldorado | Marina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 52 L |
