1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Eldorado 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Eldorado Land Cruiser
Year Released 1987 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4080 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3190 mm


 

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