1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo 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 127 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
