1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 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 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 616 kg more than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |