1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Corsair | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
