1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Expedition |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3330 mm |