1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
