1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
