2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
