2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5, 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
