2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
