1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Eldorado 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Eldorado Familia
Year Released 1959 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 345 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 55 L


 

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