1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corsa | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corsa | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |