1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Excursion |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 167 L |