1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
