1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
