2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
