2001 Mazda Demio vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Demio | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Demio | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |