1984 Toyota Carina vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Carina | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |