1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 17 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
