1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 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 | 2085 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2320 mm |
