1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 416 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |