2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Premacy | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |