1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 336 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3023 mm |
