1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 858 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |