2002 Holden Zafira vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Zafira | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |