1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 785 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |