1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
