1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 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 | 2220 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
