1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 98 L |
