1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 196 kg more than 1978 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 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 |
