1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
