1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Sentra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |