1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
