1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 837 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 60 L |
