2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
