1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
