1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1980 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
