2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Spark | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |