1982 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Bora |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |