2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
