1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 93 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-3 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
