1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
