2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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. Both 2001 Mazda 6 and 1988 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
