1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
