1992 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |