2008 Mazda 2 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
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, 2008 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1220 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 |
