1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
