1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 47 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |