1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
