1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 92 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
