2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1969 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1969 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 634 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1969 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
