1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 3 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Baleno | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
