1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
