1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 555 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |