1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1185 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 |
