1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Executive. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Executive would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Executive is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Executive weights approximately 224 kg more 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, 1983 Chrysler Executive (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Executive will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Executive | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
