1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (131 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DeVille | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 131 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |