2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
