2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Laputa | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Laputa | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |