1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
