1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
