1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 961 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Focus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
