1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corona weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 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, 1977 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
