2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
