1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 28 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, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
