2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
