1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Nissan Quest.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Quest |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 76 L |