1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Taurus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 76 L |