2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
