1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 323 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
