1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |