2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 222 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 947 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 1978 Mazda 818. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 818 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
