2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
