1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |
