1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | AZ-1 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
