1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 965 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | 626 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |