2009 Toyota Venza vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 2009 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Venza | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Venza | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |