2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |