1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1873 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 720 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Sharan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2919 mm |