2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 1986 Toyota Celica
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Familia Celica
Year Released 2000 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm


 

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