1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental 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 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Eldorado | Continental |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |
