2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1473 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2590 mm |
