1976 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 35 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 210 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 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
