1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |