1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | B2500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2990 mm |