1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |