1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 780 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
