1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 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 60 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Cadillac Eldorado 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Eldorado Familia
Year Released 1970 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 710 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.3 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 60 L


 

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