1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
