1991 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 316 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 1991 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 316 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |