2000 Mazda 323 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 323 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda 323 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |