2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3, 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
