1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
