1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 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 (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
