1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 775 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Calais | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
