1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |