1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
