1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 14 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 710 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carina | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
