1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 25 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 94 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 888 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | S-MX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |