1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |