1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3510 mm |
