1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
