2005 Holden Zafira vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Zafira | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |