1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
