1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |