2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |