1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
