2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
