1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | El Camino | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
