1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 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 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 206 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
