1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 324 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2659 mm |
