1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
