2003 Acura CL vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 11 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | CL | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |