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 @ 5500 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 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 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 | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1280 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 |
