1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 907 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
