1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 89 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | 626 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
