2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
