1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Carina | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
