1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Carina | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |