1998 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 1998 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |