1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Lantis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
