1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Altima |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |