2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
