1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
