1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Sprint weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | Carol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
