1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 772 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
