1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 935 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
