1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 100 L |
