1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 27 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (515 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Pod |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |
