2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Sera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
