1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |