2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
