1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Taurus |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |