1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
