2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 15 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 738 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
