2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
