1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 98 L |
