2005 Mazda Demio vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Demio | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Demio | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
