1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.

Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mazda 929 1994 Toyota Celica
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 929 Celica
Year Released 1987 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm


 

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