1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 898 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Highlander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 336 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 | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |