2007 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Because 1976 Toyota Crown 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-7 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
