1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |