1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
