1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 446 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
