1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 177 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Carina | 2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
