2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 17 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Brilliance | Toyota |
Model | BS4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |