1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
