1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
