1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | Midge |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |