1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 603 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Maxima |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 76 L |