2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 911 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | BT-50 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |