1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3240 mm |
