1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 7 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Micros 3l | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2590 mm |
