1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 319 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2604 mm |
