1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Ranger |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |