2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 551 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
