1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
