2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 24 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
