1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 855 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Soarer |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |