2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
