1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 57 L |
