1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Sentra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |