1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 65 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |