1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |