1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 73 L |
