1988 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 23 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda 626 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |