1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1967 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 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 | 522 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |
