2004 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Scenic | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Scenic | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |