1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 101 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Cadillac Eldorado 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Eldorado Land Cruiser
Year Released 1974 1991
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8192 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 198 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 514 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 109.3 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm


 

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