1992 Toyota Paseo vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 161 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Paseo | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | RunX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
