1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 418 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
