1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 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, 1987 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
