1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
