1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |