2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
