2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
