1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1254 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
