1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
