1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 23 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 50 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 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 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Eldorado | Kappa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |