1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Brougham | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |