1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |