1998 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |