1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 870 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Sera | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |