1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Seville | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
