2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
