1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Ka |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |