1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 18 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Picnic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |