1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 191 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Sentra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2685 mm |