1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 38 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 761 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-05. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
