1999 Holden Astra vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
