1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 173 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 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2764 mm |
