1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 435 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
