1981 Toyota Carina vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 341 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Carina | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Toyota | Venturi |
Model | Carina | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |