1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
