1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 532 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Carina | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Carina | Actyon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |