1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 298 kg more than 1984 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
