2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | CX-9 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
