1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corona | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
