1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina.
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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |