1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 62 L |
