1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 656 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 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Xterra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 96 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 | 2240 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |