1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Eldorado 1994 Ford Aerostar
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Eldorado Aerostar
Year Released 1959 1994
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3030 mm


 

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