1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 788 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
