2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Sentra | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |