1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Etude |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
