1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, 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 (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |