1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 13 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 365 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, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Toyota | GAZ |
| Model | Carina | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
