2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Century.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Century. (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Century. 1985 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
