2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1123 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |