1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
