1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1968 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
