1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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 55 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
