1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Quest |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
