1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 92 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Transporter |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3410 mm |