1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
