1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
Model | Carina | 607 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |