1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
