1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Xterra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |