1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |