1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Midge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
