1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 342 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
