1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DeVille | 616 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |