1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
