1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |