1953 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. (128 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Explorer |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |