2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 793 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
