2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
