1976 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
