1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado 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 133 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |
