1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Laputa | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Laputa | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |