1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
