1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 668 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Escape |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 61 L |