1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 129 L |
