1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |