1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 49 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 612 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
