1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR is newer by 20 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, 1999 Toyota XYR (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | XYR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
