1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
