1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
