2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 kg more than 1981 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
