1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape 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 Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
