1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Primera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
