2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
