2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 168 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 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |