1989 Cadillac Solitaire vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Solitaire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Solitaire would be higher. At 4,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Solitaire is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Cadillac Solitaire (325 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Solitaire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Solitaire | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Solitaire | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 296 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |