1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929.
Because 1975 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |