1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corolla | 2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |