1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 403 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 929 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 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
