1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
