1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 265 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
