1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 740 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1490 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 |