1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | RX-Evolv | ATS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
