1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac Eldorado 1973 Nissan Bluebird
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Eldorado Bluebird
Year Released 1990 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4473 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2510 mm


 

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