1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria

To start off, both 1972 Cadillac Eldorado and 1972 Nissan Gloria were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Cadillac Eldorado 1972 Nissan Gloria
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Eldorado Gloria
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Size 8190 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 223 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2700 mm


 

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