1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
