1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado 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 169 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
