1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado 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 48 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew 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 | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Crew |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
