1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
