2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
