1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
