1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
