1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | NV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
