1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
