1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
