1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 31 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
