1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 786 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 100 L |