1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 55 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 221 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Eldorado | Terios |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
