2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |