1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 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 122 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 755 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
