1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 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 1972 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, 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 Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1972 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
