1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |