2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 307 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Quest | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |