1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 22 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
