1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 372 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
