1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 974 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.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hummer |
| Model | Carina | H3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3420 mm |
