2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 26 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 164 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1980 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
