1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
