1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | 6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |