1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |