1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |