1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
