2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |