1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Carina | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |