1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 959 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 507 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 117 L |
