1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
