1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 582 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |
