1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | Familia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |