1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |