1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
