1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corona weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
