1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado 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 141 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2300 mm |
