1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 1998 Mazda Levante and 1997 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Levante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
