1986 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Celica | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Celica | 3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |