1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 654 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
