2007 Kia Optima vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
