2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 2 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 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 |