1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
