2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 320 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 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avensis | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |