1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 15 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Allion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
