2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
