1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
