1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 59 kg more than 1987 Dodge 600.
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, 1987 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
