2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
