1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |