1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
