1953 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (128 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
