2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
