1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 42 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
