2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 118 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2506 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
