1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
