1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | Luce |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |