2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 405 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
