1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 143 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-01 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
