1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 46 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |