2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 423 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
