1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
