2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 59 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
