1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Ford Corsair

To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Cadillac Eldorado 1991 Ford Corsair
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Eldorado Corsair
Year Released 1974 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8187 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 109.3 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2560 mm


 

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