1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3160 mm |
