1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 74 L |
