1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
