2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 2 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |