1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 288 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Crown |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
