2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 48 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |