2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 308 kg more than 1975 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
