2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 222 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pathfinder | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |