2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
