1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 573 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
