1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Because 1980 Mazda 929 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 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |