1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Supra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |