1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 1800 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
