1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
