1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
