1988 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
