1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corsa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
