1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
