1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX 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 MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2004 Mazda MX, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Mazda MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | MX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |