1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 40 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |
