1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Because 1998 Toyota Supra 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 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Supra 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 | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Supra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
