1994 Saab 900 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Saab 900 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 900 | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |