1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 36 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 (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Navara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |
