1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 110 S | Solara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
