2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 237 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 977 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |