1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1992 Cadillac DeVille and 1992 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1992 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 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | DeVille | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |