1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 12 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 141 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
