2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
