1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 7 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 41 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
