1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 284 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
