1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 31 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
