1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 21 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
