1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 800 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |