1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
