2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
