1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |