2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1997 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 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
