2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 12 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
