1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1983 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, 1997 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
