2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |