1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 36 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 936 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cube |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
