2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lacetti | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |