1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
