1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 58 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Aygo 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 2012 Toyota Aygo
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Eldorado Aygo
Year Released 1954 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5423 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.9 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.1 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 5610 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2340 mm


 

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