1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Highlander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 73 L |