2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Frontier | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |