2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
