2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 2 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |