1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
