1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 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 139 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1010 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
