1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado 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 55 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 907 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
