2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
