1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 45 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 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
