2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lacetti | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |