1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corona | 6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |