1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
