1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
