1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1987 Cadillac DeVille and 1987 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 62 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 1987 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DeVille | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |