1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
