2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 737 kg more than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Mazda Cosmo 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 1977 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1977 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Cadillac Seville 1977 Mazda Cosmo
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Seville Cosmo
Year Released 2000 1977
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L