1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 26 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 75 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.
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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
