1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
