1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 850 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
