1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1050 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 |
