1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | AZ-1 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3240 mm |