1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1987 Ford Aerostar 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 1987 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |