1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
