1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1965 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Publica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |