1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cedric is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
