2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 958 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | Familia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |