1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Tundra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3710 mm |