1988 Toyota Carina vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 1998 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Carina | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
