1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 25 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
