2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1241 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | LR3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
