1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 818 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 1974 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 818 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
