1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 130 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |