1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |