1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3670 mm |
