2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
