1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
