1995 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 323 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
