1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 91 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Celica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |