1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | 211 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2875 mm |
