1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Carina | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
