1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 27 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
