1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 402 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Navara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
