1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1961 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 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Toronado |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |