1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 181 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Carina | Versa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
