1999 Mazda 121 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 121 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 121 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
