2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Eldorado | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
