1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
