1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corona | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corona | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
