1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Sunny |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |