2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 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 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-7 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
