1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Carina | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |