1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Camry | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
