1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 34 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-Series |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3505 mm |