1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 596 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |