1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 146 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (115 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | AZ-1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
