2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
