1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
