1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |