1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 31 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 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |