1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 921 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
