1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Freestar |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |