1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |