2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
