1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
