1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 43 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
