1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 890 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 818 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 1975 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 818 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
