1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
