1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1957 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 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Toronado |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |