1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
