1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 24 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 388 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |