1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 775 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 Rogue 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 Rogue 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Rogue |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |