1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 343 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Carina | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2595 mm |
