2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
