1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Camry | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Camry | 2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
