2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra 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 62 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Supra. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
