2010 Mazda 5 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 5 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Camry |
Year Released | 2010 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |