1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Carina | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
