1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 177 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |