2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CX-9 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |
