1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-2 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
