1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 959 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
