1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3270 mm |