1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Croma | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Croma | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |