2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Sera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |