2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Presea 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 | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
