2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 478 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Vivaro | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vivaro | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |