1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 316 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Carina | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
