1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Escort |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 41 L |