1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
