2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Premacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |