1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 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 98 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | G |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |