1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
