1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 272 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Altima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2675 mm |