1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 43 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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 (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Escape |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |