1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | Luce |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |