1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |