2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,258 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 117 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
