1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 980 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
