2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |