2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 14 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
