1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
