1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
