1987 Toyota Carina vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 27 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Parati |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |