1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1973 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 418 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda Activehicle 1973 Toyota Corona
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Activehicle Corona
Year Released 1999 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2590 mm


 

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