1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
