1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 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 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2611 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 |
