1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 21 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 62 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Probe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
