1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |
