1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Carina | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
