1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
