1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 855 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
