1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1204 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 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 57 L |
