1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 110 S | BLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
