2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
