1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mazda |
| Model | Nazca | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
