2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 15 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 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 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |