1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 462 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2002 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
