2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
