2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |