1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | MPV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
