2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 560 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2590 mm |
