2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 652 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
