2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 891 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
